Category Archives: Local Events

Vigil and Fast for Arizona Comes to Clinton, Iowa

Posted on June 12, 2010 by Paul Deaton

Vigil and Fast for Arizona Comes to Clinton, Iowa “Isaiah 58 – National Solidarity Vigil and Fast for Arizona” Comes to Clinton, Iowa on June 14. Multi-faith effort in Clinton to focus on civil and human rights abuses of new … Continue reading →

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Colin Powell and Free Trade in Iowa

Posted on June 4, 2010 by Paul Deaton

Colin Powell and Free Trade in Iowa by Paul Deaton“Chairman Ryu is politically well connected in the United States. He translated and published a Korean edition of Colin Powell's autobiography, My American Journey. The author believes most in the audience … Continue reading →

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An Iowan Considers the IDP Convention

Posted on May 29, 2010 by Paul Deaton

An Iowan Considers the IDP Convention by Paul Deaton Some of us will make a key decision about the Iowa Democratic Party in the near future, determining which of two conflicting events we will attend on June 12. One will … Continue reading →

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An Iowa View of the Midterms

Posted on May 8, 2010 by Paul Deaton

An Iowa View of the Midterms by Paul Deaton “During the question and answer period someone asked, 'What is the strategy to influence our elected officials?' That is a tough one because the question’s construction presumes a separation from our … Continue reading →

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Iowans Mark the 7th Anniversary of the Iraq War

Posted on March 19, 2010 by Paul Deaton

Iowans Mark the 7th Anniversary of the Iraq War by Paul Deaton“We sang 'If I Had a Hammer,' written in 1949 in support of the progressive movement. We were heartened against society’s harshness by being together as friends.” Normal 0 … Continue reading →

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Muscatine Iowa Air Quality Forum

Posted on February 22, 2010 by Paul Deaton

Muscatine Iowa Air Quality Forum by Paul Deaton“Residents understood the influence of prevailing wind, geography and the impact of the many industrial plants in the area… People seemed resigned to the fact that a life with middle class problems will … Continue reading →

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Corporations are Not People! – PUBLIC PROTEST in Quad Cities, Iowa

Posted on February 9, 2010 by bfiacarolinevernon

Calling All Iowans! Corporations are Not People! – PUBLIC PROTEST By Caroline Vernon The Corporate Reform forum of Progressive Action for the Common Good and other partner organizations invite you to attend a PUBLIC RALLY in PROTEST of the recent … Continue reading →

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After Action on a Third Special Election in Iowa

Posted on January 23, 2010 by Paul Deaton

After Action on a Third Special Election in Iowa by Paul Deaton “The Johnson County special election may be a bellwether for what to expect in the 2010 general election campaign.”The Iowa Democratic Party noted Janelle Rettig’s election win on … Continue reading →

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Iowa Civility Gains Foothold Against Right Wing “Shock Jocks”

Posted on October 14, 2009 by Trish Nelson

Iowa Civility Gains Foothold Against Right Wing “Shock Jocks” Civility wins over hyperbole on a local progressive talk radio program now on the air in Iowa. The Fallon Forum is an island of intelligent, rational talk radio in an ocean … Continue reading →

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2009 QC Earth Charter Summit – Local Foods

Posted on September 23, 2009 by bfiacarolinevernon

2009 QC Earth Charter SummitBuilding a Local Foods Movement By Caroline Vernon You’re invited to attend! The 2009 Quad Cities Earth Charter Summit“Building a Local Foods Movement”Saturday, September 26, 2009, 9am-3pmAugustana College – Wallenberg HallLocal Food is the theme of … Continue reading →

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